understandable
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- nonunderstandable adjective
- understandability noun
- understandably adverb
- ununderstandable adjective
Etymology
Origin of understandable
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English: originally, “capable of understanding”; understand + -able
Example Sentences
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Why it is so unprepared this time is less understandable.
From BBC
That's understandable when you think about what happened to them on Wednesday when they were pegged back by Wolves after leading 2-0.
From BBC
By contrast, the phrase "cat and dog" is instantly understandable because both animals are familiar concepts.
From Science Daily
Ask anyone where L.A.’s Black mecca is and they will more than likely point you to Leimert Park, so it’s understandable why this is a top pick for the gateway to the Historic South L.A.
From Los Angeles Times
Of course, after a strong run, a rally taking a bit of a pause is understandable, several market strategists told MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch
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